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A8 KOS

1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,988 mi
Last recorded68,988 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire51,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 KOS
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 68,988 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 68,981 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 68,981 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Front reg plate cracked

Pass 22 May 2015 68,861 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 68,709 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 68,604 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 68,143 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Sierra Sapphire?

Based on 45,605 MOT tests across 9,774 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
1,818
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
9,774
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,789
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,266
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,388
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,568
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A8 KOS is a 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 51,009 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Sierra Sapphire fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,789 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 KOS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Sierra Sapphire typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Ford Sierra Sapphire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A8 KOS registered?

A8 KOS is a 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 16 September 1989.

Is A8 KOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 KOS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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